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What are the differences between the certifications and degrees offered?
Bachelor of Science (BS)
The BS degree is for those seeking the first college degree typically focusing on an area related to science.
Master of Arts (MA)
The MA degree is for those seeking to enhance their research and scholarship in the mastery of specific knowledge and skills in a non-science area of focus.
Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)
The MAT degree is for those seeking to obtain teacher certification and master's degree through an extensive internship experience.
Master of Education (MEd)
The MEd degree is for those seeking to increase skills and knowledge in professional practice.
Master of Science (MS)
The MS is for those seeking to enhance their research and scholarship toward mastery of specific knowledge and skills in an area of focus.
Doctor of Education (EdD)
The EdD is considered a professional and research degree and is for those individuals who want to prepare for advanced and scholarly proficiency in administrative or specialized positions in education.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
The PhD degree is for those individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in a specific content in order to conduct original and independent research of significance in the chosen field.
Pennsylvania State Teaching Certificate (Instructional I Certificate)
The Instructional I Certificate is the initial teaching certificate in a specific area (e.g., PreK-4, Secondary subject area) and is valid for a specific number of service years during which specific requirements must be completed.
Pennsylvania State Administrative Certificate
This certificate is for those seeking positions as K-12 principals or superintendents.
Pennsylvania State Supervisory Certificate
This certificate is a Single Area Supervisory Certificate for grade levels K-12 within a specified instructional or educational service area of the curriculum or school program, for example: supervisor of mathematics; supervisor of reading; or supervisor of special education.
Professional Certificate
Professional certificates are granted at a national level through an outside organization and are specific to an area of focus.
Undergraduate Minor
This is a series of 18 credits in a specific area of concentration.
Graduate Minor
This is series of 24 graduate credits in a specific area of concentration.
When should I apply?
While some programs operate on rolling admissions, others have specific deadline dates. Please refer to the program’s homepage, along with the Deadline Dates by Program reference sheet, for the most accurate information
How do I determine if I have completed the prerequisite courses for the teacher certification program?
You are encouraged to complete an Online Transcript Review. You do not need to have completed ALL prerequisites at the time you submit an application; however, they must be satisfied by the time your intended program will begin (fall for MAT; summer-ll for PreK-4). If you have questions about prerequisite courses, please do not hesitate to contact the graduate enrollment manager for your program of interest!
What is required to complete my application?
Admission requirements vary by program. It is best to consult the program's homepage and the admissions procedures to determine the exact credentials required for your specific program.
How do I register for a required admissions test and how will you get my scores?
The following links will direct you to information from Educational Testing Service about admission tests (which, may be required depending upon your specific program of interest). When taking a test, please be sure to indicate the relevant school code(s) so that we receive an official score report. Please note that none of our Master's Degree programs require the GRE for admission.
GRE - University of Pittsburgh institution code (R2927); School of Education department code (3999)
TOEFL - University of Pittsburgh institution code (2927); School of Education department code (85)
How do I accept the offer of admission?
Please have your Application ID number available (found on your acceptance letter) and click through to the admissions response form.
How do I decide which courses to take?
Some programs, such as the PreK-4 and MAT teacher certification programs, have a structured, predetermined course schedule. However, others are much more flexible. If at any time you have a question regarding which course(s) you should be taking, please consult with your academic advisor. He or she will create a plan of studies with you, identifying courses that will satisfy requirements or elective credit for your specific academic program.
How and when do I register for courses?
Please read our Self-Enrollment Guide PDF for specific details on how to register.
What is a non-degree student?
A non-degree student is an individual who is taking courses at the University of Pittsburgh, but is not part of a degree-seeking or certificate-seeking program. Non-degree students in the School of Education typically take courses in a program of interest to them, with the likelihood of eventually submitting a form (or degree-seeking) application to that program.
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